Sermons from 2015 (Page 5)
Joseph Interprets Pharaoh’s Dreams (Genesis 41)
Our spiritual famine can only be satisfied when we feast upon Christ by faith. First, we will see that Joseph Is Remembered (1-13). Second, we’ll see that Joseph Is Released (14-36). And third, we will note how Joseph Is Exalted (37-57).
Joseph in Prison (Genesis 39:21-40:23)
God’s provision enables our perseverance. 1. God Provides Favor (39:21-23). 2. God Provides Wisdom (40:1-15). 3. God Provides Integrity (40:16-23).
Joseph’s Temptation (Genesis 39)
“Never, until sin is seen and sorrowed for as the greatest evil, will Christ be seen and rejoiced in as the greatest Good.” ~ John Yates
Dreaming and Scheming (Genesis 37)
God values developing spiritual maturity in his children over providing physical security for his children.
Mercy That Is Deeper Than Misery (Genesis 30-35)
How come the people who have been the recipients of so much mercy continue to suffer so much misery? First, we will look at The Mercy of God. Second, we’ll see The Misery of Jacob. And third, we will note The Mind of Faith.
The Hand of Providence (Genesis 29:1-30)
Only the good providence of a loving God can bring hope out of shame. We will attempt to unpack that statement in two parts. First, we will look at how Jacob is Confident In Providence (1-14). Second, we’ll see how he is Forbearing With Providence (15-30).
Jacob’s Dream (Genesis 28)
If I could summarize this entire chapter in one sentence I would put it like this: A growing Christian is one that is increasingly sensitive toward sin and constantly amazed by God.
Mixed Blessings In Disguise (Genesis 27:1-40)
The will of God is accomplished through flawed individuals. There’s comfort and hope in that fact isn’t there? First, we will look at The Stolen Blessing (1-25). Second, we’ll see The Accidental Blessing (26-29). And third, we will note The Squandered Blessing (30-40).
God Is Sovereign (Genesis 25:19-34)
Crisis is inevitable and conflict is unavoidable, but we trust in a God who is sovereign over both! First, we will see that God Is Sovereign Over Crisis (19-26). Second, we’ll see that God Is Sovereign Over Conflict (27-34).
Covenant Faithfulness (Genesis 24)
Ultimately, this passage is about the covenant faithfulness of God and the way he draws people into that covenant and blesses them within it. So we will consider three aspects of the covenant this morning: First, we will look at The Covenant Prayer. Second, we’ll see The Covenant Priority. And third, we will note The Covenant Privilege.